Food Safety – for Chives the Herb Wash your hands with hand soap and water. Make certain that all kitchen utensils and tools are clean Be cautious with the knife. Curl your fingers back away from the knife when holding what you are cutting. Never lick a knife. Do not lick your fingers without washing your hands instantly after licking. Never lick any kitchen utensil without washing it instantly before using it again.Easy Clean-up – for Chive the Herb Dish soap, Dishtowels, Kitchen Sponge/Cloth 1. Wash all the kitchen utensils/tools and put them away in the proper cupboard. 2. Put ingredients back into the proper cupboards. 3. Wipe down the counter-top with soap and water.